VOYAGE INTO THE FAR FUTURE IN THIS VERSATILE TABLETOP GAME OF SCIENCE FICTION ADVENTURE

Bounty hunters track down outlaws hiding in trader towns on worlds at the fringe of the galaxy. Starships explore unknown worlds, going where nobody has gone before. Great generational arks seek somewhere to call home. Detectives investigate a murder on a trail which will take them from Mars to Jupiter's moons. Agents infiltrate a criminal organization, going undercover to take down a galactic crime boss. A group of smugglers locates a new hyperdrive system to increase the speed of their freighter.

NOTE: THIS BOOK WAS UPDATED TO v1.2 ON NOVEMBER 20, 2017.

Play a brave starship captain, a reckless smuggler, a hardy marine, or a daredevil pilot. Are you a cunning bounty hunter, a clever engineer, or a charismatic trader? Over sixty science fiction careers await you!

This roleplaying game allows you to create and run adventures in any sci-fi setting!

A range of alien species, and over 60 careers which allow you to generate any far-future character with a fun, intuitive life-path system.

A wide array of science fiction equipment, including weapons, armor, drugs, cybernetics, vehicles, and more. Wield anything from a laser sword to a sonic pistol; use a gravbelt or a handheld scanner; wear a kevlar vest or a powered suit of armor.

An array of optional psionic disciplines and powers, allowing you to play anything from a commercial telepath to a noble star knight.

Full rules for running the game, including fast but tactical combat, environments, and extended scientific, medical and engineering tasks.

Starship combat rules, both using detailed hex-based miniatures and abstract theatre of the mind.

Rules for creating ship crews from which to form specialized Away Teams for specific missions.

Extensive guidelines for building a far-future game setting, with detailed rules for creating star systems, planets, civilizations, races, careers, monsters, and more, along with discussion on genre, theme, and technology.

Whether you're aboard a starship exploring new worlds, a bounty hunter tracking down outlaws on the fringes of civilisation, an agent infiltrating an intergalactic criminal organization, an intrepid hunter of exotic alien species, fighting a galactic civil war, or just a trader trying to make your way in an uncaring universe, N.E.W. has you covered!

"I was absolutely blown away! Not only is the system innovative and really well thought-out, but the presentation is very slick and professional."

"Sci-Fi games are hard to pull off, and even harder to do very well, and E.N. Publishing has set a new bar for content, dice mechanics, and playability."

"This is the best sci-fi toolbox system I've ever used. You can build a very wide range of universes, or multiverses, with N.E.W. A GM can choose what technology advancement level everyone has access to, choose where on the scale of hard/soft sci-fi the game will be, decide if psionics or cybernetics are present, and set the PC species and careers to make whatever they want. You can really make the game your own."

"I highly recommend this game for roleplayers. I have run the game frequently with a group and the system is efficient and allows for fast and exciting action scenes without being over complicated. It is this fast learning curve and versatility that captures the essence of a true science fiction roleplaying game."

"TLDR: Really awesome game! If you have the slightest interest in sci fi, pick it up and have a look!"

"I've played several RPGs and this one has my favorite character creation system. As you layer on the various options you get a real feel for the character and its history. I've never played a game that got me that involved and invested with a character even before play begins."

"This book is a fantastic read, and provides enough options and information to be useful in almost any sci-fi space setting. But better still, the material invokes a sense of nostalgia for so many space-based books, movies, and tv series. As a sci-fi buff, and a bit of a science geek, I loved reading through this for the detail, as well as the mood setting of it's examples of play."

Does the new 1.2 version include better bookmarking? I find the OLD core has great bookmarks, but NEW is a bit lacking and causing some issues for me

Matteo TNovember 20, 2017 1:06 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Hi, two question:
1) what are the changes (additional material) in version 1.2?
2) the are discount option for those who have purchased the pod version of the 1.1? i don't mind the errata, but 1.2 have 22 pages more than the old one...

Russ MNovember 20, 2017 4:11 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

Hey Mattel,

There is an errata file on the official website which you can use as a changelog. Additionally, we added two EONS articles (some new weapons and some new armour).

The PDF upgrade is completely free. As yet there is no hardcover version. That’s planned though.

Joseph PJuly 26, 2017 11:36 pm UTC

PURCHASER

I bought the pdf to check it out, and now I think I'd like the hardcover. Any way to get that discounted to reflect previous purchase of the pdf?

(Same question for O.L.D.)

Russ MAugust 04, 2017 11:56 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

The hardcover is currently discounted by $20.

Jacob DJuly 23, 2017 9:46 am UTC

PURCHASER

I just purchased this system and have been reading through it very excitedly. However, I was a little unsure at first because of the 3 star review on this site. After reading the PDF, I can certainly say to anyone trying to determine whether it not to buy N.E.W. that that particular review was written by someone who doesn't seem to have read the rules correctly on more than a few subjects.

Brian JApril 21, 2017 11:41 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Hey, I have a (very small) issue with the pdf. The artwork/pictures throughout the file seem to be of pretty low quality (low resolution files, I guess?). Even when completly zoomed out, so I can see the full page, I can see blurry spots and make out the pixels in the pictures. I do not have this problem with any other RPG pdf, not even with the one for O.L.D. which I bought together with this one...

Konrad ZApril 21, 2017 12:18 am UTC

PURCHASER

Where is teh EONS article "Resolve: Horror, Sanity, & Social Combat" The description text above says its inluded in the price but I'm only seeing one PDF after I purchased.

Konrad ZApril 21, 2017 12:08 am UTC

PURCHASER

Is there any chance of a Printer friendly version of the PDF. Something without the backgrounds / border art, and page numbers in a black font.

Phil MOctober 25, 2016 3:46 am UTC

PURCHASER

As I read it, you need to buy hardcover to get all the books bundled. Is that right?

Russ MOctober 25, 2016 9:43 am UTC

PUBLISHER

Or the PDF of the hardcover.

Stacie WOctober 20, 2016 2:33 am UTC

PURCHASER

I got my physical copy in the mail and I am impressed at how good the standard printing is. It's nearly as good as the premium printing. In a way I couldn't really tell the difference when I set this book down next to a premium color book I had already gotten from here. The color turned out extremely well.

The only thing is that the overall look and quality of the physical book itself is marred by someone dropping my book and it landing right on the bottom corner of the book, squishing the corners in and making it all wrinkly. It's apparent that somebody dropped the book after it got printed. Even my copy of the Starship Construction Manual I ordered along with this book is marred in the same way.

Russ MOctober 20, 2016 10:40 am UTC

PUBLISHER

I asked DTRPG about what to do when a customer's book is damaged and they said this:

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If you have any customers who are reporting the books damaged, have them contact Customer Service at: http://support.drivethrurpg.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

Customer Service will need to work with the customers in shipping replacement copies.
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So that's the first step. If that doesn't resolve it quickly, please do let me know, though.

Bobby JOctober 24, 2016 8:16 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Write them, send pictures(if you haven't already) in your report. The customer support for printed material is fantastic. I've had a couple of books get damaged due to Lightning Source not packaging it enough, but the CSR's are understanding and work with you to replace your damaged one with a new one. Well worth it and one of the reasons I keep buying POD material from them.

Benjamin ROctober 10, 2016 2:00 pm UTC

Does the PDF include the other rulebooks (e.g. Future Careers, Equipment, Space, etc.?)

Russ MOctober 10, 2016 2:25 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

This book includes Future Careers, Future Equipment, Future Core, Space, and Building a Universe.

Joseph ROctober 11, 2016 10:18 pm UTC

PURCHASER

So just to make sure I'm getting this straight; this Book/PDF containing within itself the collective works of rulebooks of Future Careers, Equipment, Space, etc?

Russ MOctober 11, 2016 10:50 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

That is correct. This hardcover book includes the existing WOIN rulebooks Future Careers, Future Equipment, Future Core, Space, and Building a Universe.

Joseph ROctober 11, 2016 11:09 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Thanks, Russ. I have purchased your RPG book.

Lee SOctober 07, 2016 5:53 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Just a quick note, I recommend subscribing to ENP's 'EON' Digital Magazine for WOIN on patreon! There is additional content for their games added on a regular basis, i.e. Adventures, additional starships, new races, new android upgrades, etc.

Love the SciFi stuff Guys, keep it coming!!

John BOctober 10, 2016 5:15 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Definitely this! I love WOIN and have been so glad I've backed their EONS Patreon. Great new stuff for all the games each month at a very good price.

Lee SOctober 06, 2016 5:26 am UTC

PURCHASER

Disregard my question about the Starship Construction Manual, found the answer in one of the reviews. Looks like I will have to get both books after all.

Russ MOctober 06, 2016 8:54 am UTC

PUBLISHER

This hardcover includes Future Careers, Future Equipment, Future Core, Space, and Building a Universe. :)

Lee SOctober 06, 2016 5:20 am UTC

PURCHASER

Does this include the Starship Construction Manual? I am thinking about getting both but see no reason to if the Main book already has it included.Thanks.

John GOctober 05, 2016 3:24 am UTC

PURCHASER

Hey--I see the hardcover is now available. Are there plans for a premium edition, or is it just the standard printing? I'm going to order it either way, just wanted to know if I should wait. Thanks!

Russ MOctober 05, 2016 9:17 am UTC

PUBLISHER

There is a limited edition premium edition with a different cover, but it was promised as an exclusive to Kickstarter backers. We can't sell it, unfortunately. 12 copies exist, and that's all!

We may do another premium edition later down the line, but it's not currently planned. This is the only version for now. :)

Allan MOctober 10, 2016 5:17 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Hi Russ,
I think he means an option to buy with DTRPGs premium paper instead of the standard heavyweight paper. The premium paper really makes the colors pop and the color art inside N.E.W. would look great.

John GOctober 11, 2016 11:31 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Thanks, Allan--that is what I meant. I did just receive my standard hardcover, and it looks great! I might even spring for a second copy if there is a premium printing available later.

Stacie WOctober 13, 2016 1:08 am UTC

PURCHASER

I would have preferred a premium edition of the book too. I ordered the standard edition but I would have paid a good $20 or $30 more for premium. The quality increase is that worth it, IMO.

kv GOctober 18, 2016 10:11 pm UTC

I live in the UK. How would I order a premium edition?

Bobby JSeptember 26, 2016 4:55 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Your description above says "This hardcover book includes the existing WOIN rulebooks"
Might change that to PDF. And are there plans to have a POD or a physical copy to purchase? I'd love to pick on up, but cannot seem to find where I could purchase it.

Russ MSeptember 26, 2016 6:25 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

The hardcover will be made available as soon as all the Kickstarter backers have theirs.

Bobby JSeptember 27, 2016 12:44 am UTC

PURCHASER

Fantastic! Thanks for the note. And get to crackin', Russ, those books won't ship themselves. :P

Russ MSeptember 27, 2016 9:20 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

They're shipped - out of my hands! Just waiting for folks to report they've got 'em!

Scott NSeptember 21, 2016 3:34 pm UTC

PURCHASER

Looks cool just wish it had a POD, then I would buy.

Russ MSeptember 26, 2016 6:25 pm UTC

PUBLISHER

The hardcover will be made available as soon as all the Kickstarter backers have theirs.

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A Careers system of creating your character
Awesome melee and ranged weapons
Cybernetics
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Comprehensive. As a DM, this is the type of tool I need. There comes a time when, as a DM, you require more out of your game engine. This is where all the homebrew content for all our beloved RPG systems comes from, falling anywhere inbetween moder [...]

-On first impression the book seems very well laid out, and it is fairly easy to see where everything is. As you flick through it for the first time you see it covers a lot of ground. However, there are some issues too. The rule writers have throughout [...]

I very much like systems that are a toolbox and this is one of them. This has most of what I need, it certainly ticks most of the boxes, creature design, alien design, weapon/armour, worlds and star systems etc. It also let you run scifi at various lev [...]

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